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For your final project, you will apply the scientific method approach to determine the fire cause and origin of this one- and two-family dwelling. Complete an investigative report on all the details of the fire and probable cause based upon the given information. Time: 0900 hours Date: November 28, 2014 Weather Conditions: Clear–-38 degrees (cold wind @ 20 mph) Type of Structure: One- and two- family wooden-frame structure Occupants: Family of four: Husband, wife, (9) y/o male, (4) y/o female Pictures:  below in file Notification: At 0900 hours, you were notified by the fire dispatcher to respond to 1212 Street man Circle on a reported structural fire that was under control and required a cause and origin investigator. Once you arrived on the scene, you were briefed by Lt. Dan Coleman, who stated that upon arrival the fire was showing out both kitchen windows and was spreading quickly to the living-room areas. The fire was then quickly extinguished and confined to the kitchen. There was noticeable burn patterns forming a large V-pattern that indicated the fire originated in the oven appliance area. To prevent any form of spoliation, the Anytown Fire Department completed its fire suppression efforts and taped off the area for further investigation prior to any additional over hauling procedures. Wife’s Statement: Mrs. Williams stated that she was preparing breakfast for her children when her cellular phone rang. She

walked to her front porch where she became engaged with a general conversation with her friend. With bacon still cooking on the stovetop, the grease became so hot that it ignited and vertically spread into the ceiling. Once off the phone, the homeowner noticed smoke coming from the kitchen area. After investigating the kitchen, she was able to locate the burning pot and activate the 911 system as she was exiting her home for safety. The Anytown Fire Department then arrived and extinguished the fire. You are now at the fire scene. Explain the specific details of the pre-arrival information, en route and fire scene investigation, and interviews. Be sure to include your physical findings and any evidence that may have been collected from the fire scene. This investigative report should include all findings with a completed hypothesis of the fire. Your report should include the following elements:  title page,  abstract (one paragraph in length),  body of the report (at least 750 words in length or three full pages),  conclusion (include at the end of your report), and  reference page. The body of your report should include all seven steps of the scientific method and a final hypothesis. Additionally, you are required to use at least one outside . If you choose to use more than one outside source, you may use reliable sources from the Internet or your textbook. Be sure to format your paper using APA standards